The Spirit Eye of Innate Full Soul Power

"Although I arrived in your sea of consciousness ten thousand years early, I am, after all, merely a soul fragment."

"Without the stabilization of the Gold of Life, I still need to enter a deep slumber to resist the dissipation of my soul. Call for me only if you encounter a problem you cannot solve."

Seeing that his goal of motivating Huo Yuhao had been achieved, Elder Yi said no more; with the experiences of his past life, Huo Yuhao no longer required much coddling.

Listening to the voice of Elder Yi gradually fade into silence within his mind, Huo Yuhao clenched his fists tightly.

"Rest now, Teacher. I will do my best to find the Gold of Life."

Not long after, Tang San returned to Huo Yuhao's side after buying wine.

"Yuhao... has something happened?"

As he drew closer, Tang San noticed that Huo Yuhao seemed different.

If he had to put a finger on it... he seemed more spirited?

"Haha, you could say that. I'm full of drive right now." Huo Yuhao could not hide the smile on his face.

By late morning, the two of them, drenched in sweat, headed down the mountain. When they passed the small stream at the village entrance, Huo Yuhao stopped in his tracks.

"San, wait for me a moment."

"What is it?" Tang San turned back to look at Huo Yuhao, somewhat puzzled.

The stream gurgled, clear to the bottom. Huo Yuhao stepped barefoot into the water, watching the startled fish dart away.

After waiting a moment, he struck in an instant, reaching swiftly into the water. With a flick of his wrist, he tossed a plump green fish onto the bank.

Watching the fish flop about, Huo Yuhao nodded and continued.

A glance later, several more fish were already jumping on the shore.

"Come to my place for lunch. Let me show you what I can do." Huo Yuhao gave a mysterious smile, grabbed a few stalks of thatch, and skillfully skewered the fish.

"You know how to cook?"

Tang San was somewhat surprised; the child before him, who was the same age as himself, possessed a maturity that exceeded his imagination.

"I need to go back and tell my father first."

"Alright, it'll be ready by the time you get there."

"See you later, then."

The two parted ways at the intersection, and Huo Yuhao continued toward his home.

Standing at the doorway, Huo Yuhao turned his head and saw Jack, who also looked like he had just finished his chores, walking toward the house step by step.

Huo Yuhao raised the fish in his hand toward Jack and called out.

"Grandpa, I caught a few fish today. We're having grilled fish for lunch."

Seeing the green fish in Huo Yuhao's hand from afar, Jack quickened his pace.

"Haha, it seems this old man is in for a treat again."

Thinking back to the first time he tasted Huo Yuhao's grilled fish, Jack had nearly swallowed his own tongue.

To be able to create such a delicacy with simple seasonings—could this child be the reincarnation of the God of Cookery?

"Grandpa, we can't eat grilled fish every day; you'll get tired of it."

"I could never get tired of my little Yuhao's grilled fish for the rest of my life. With this skill of yours, I can rest easy. Even if you can't become a Spirit Master in the future, you can be a chef; making a living won't be a problem."

Jack felt a sense of emotion; the child living a good life was his greatest hope.

Huo Yuhao smiled, skillfully scaling and gutting the fish. After rubbing the seasoning into the fish bellies, he struck a piece of flint, sparks flew, and soon a fire was burning.

The sound of cicadas filled the air, and from time to time, grease dripped from the grilled fish, causing the fire to hiss.

As the aroma began to spread, Tang San's voice rang out from the doorway.

"Grandpa Jack, sorry to intrude. Yuhao invited me over for a meal."

As soon as he entered, he saw Huo Yuhao busy at work, and Tang San's eyes lit up as he caught the scent.

"It smells so good!"

Jack replied with a smile, "Little Yuhao should be finished grilling soon. Have a seat first."

Not long after Tang San found a chair and sat down, the grilled fish was ready—the skin golden and crispy, with droplets of grease falling occasionally, the fragrance overflowing.

"Gulp." It was unclear which of the two had swallowed their saliva, but they immediately began to eat in large mouthfuls, as if they had no fear of the heat.

Huo Yuhao couldn't help but smile at this sight; what a chef hopes for most is naturally for their food to be sought after by everyone.

In his past life in the God Realm, he was merely a tool to Tang San, and Tang San always held the airs of a father-in-law before him, offering only simple praise for the food he prepared. He would never have been like this, completely devoid of any image.

He is so far removed from the Tang San of my past life. Perhaps he is still just a child. I wonder what could have possibly turned him into the person he became ten thousand years later.

Looking at this version of Tang San, Huo Yuhao could not see a shadow of the God King Tang he once knew.

By the time the two had eaten their fill, Huo Yuhao had just finished grilling the second batch.

He handed another one to Tang San, "Take this one for your father to try as well. Hurry, it won't taste as good once it gets cold."

Tang San nodded, offered no refusal, and after a soft word of thanks and a farewell to Old Jack, he stepped out the door.

"Oh dear, I was so busy eating fish that I forgot to mention something. It didn't cross my mind while Xiao San was here, but never mind, I'll just tell him next time I see him."

Old Jack slapped his forehead and said to Huo Yuhao, "Yuhao, next month an official from the Martial Soul Hall will come to our village to conduct the awakening ceremony."

"The village will organize it then. If you can test for soul power, you'll have a chance to become a Soul Master and rise above the common folk. Be sharp when the time comes, and don't offend the important person from the Martial Soul Hall."

Huo Yuhao nodded. So it's finally coming...

Although he had long known his martial soul was the Spirit Eye, this was crucial for his subsequent acquisition of soul rings and continued cultivation.

Moreover, this would be his first contact with the Martial Soul Hall, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.

A month later, the deacon from the Martial Soul Hall arrived as promised. Early in the morning, the children of the village who met the criteria gathered at the Martial Soul Hall in the center of the village.

Though called the Martial Soul Hall, it looked like nothing more than a slightly larger wooden cabin.

Huo Yuhao was the first brought to the site by Old Jack, followed by eight other children arriving one after another.

Tang San arrived last. His eyes lit up when he saw Huo Yuhao, and he walked quickly to his side.

Inside the wooden cabin, besides Old Jack and the group of children, there was a young man with a handsome appearance and a badge featuring three long swords on his left chest.

Huo Yuhao recognized him as a Battle Soul Master; he must be the deacon sent by the Martial Soul Hall to preside over the awakening ceremony.

Old Jack stepped forward and said something respectfully. The young man nodded and then turned his gaze toward them.

"My name is Su Yuntao, a level 26 Soul Grand Master, and I am your guide. I will now perform the martial soul awakening for each of you one by one. Do not be afraid of whatever happens afterward."

His tone was gentle, and his attitude toward the children was quite kind, lacking the airs of a typical Soul Master.

With everything ready, Su Yuntao scanned the room, noticed Huo Yuhao and Tang San on the far right, and immediately gestured for Huo Yuhao to step forward.

Seeing he was first, Huo Yuhao stepped out and walked into the hexagonal array.

"I can tell you have a good temperament, much more sensible than the other children. Don't be afraid, close your eyes."

As he spoke, Su Yuntao let out a low shout.

"Lone Wolf, possess!"

His body sprouted fur, his physique expanded and became more robust, his eyes turned green, and one white and one yellow soul ring rose from beneath his feet.

Seeing this, a few timid children began to tremble.

Seeing Huo Yuhao standing before him still looking composed, Su Yuntao nodded. This child is good.

As Su Yuntao clapped his hands repeatedly to activate the stones, golden light flowed into Huo Yuhao's body.

Huo Yuhao was well-prepared. Following the sensation within him, his eyes involuntarily lit up, glowing with a faint fluorescence.

Su Yuntao couldn't help but be surprised.

"An eye-type martial soul? Is there even such a thing? I've never seen one before."

He didn't dwell on it and patted Huo Yuhao on the shoulder.

"Although I don't know why your martial soul is an eye, I think you could work in reconnaissance. Come, put your hand on the crystal ball, and I'll test if you have soul power."

After Huo Yuhao placed his hand on it, the crystal ball emitted a bright, pale blue glow in an instant.

The light reflected on Huo Yuhao's face, and combined with his sky-blue eyes, it gave him an almost dreamlike appearance.

"This... you have Innate Full Soul Power!"

Seeing this dazzling radiance, Su Yuntao exclaimed, his eyes burning as he looked at Huo Yuhao.

"Little one, are you interested in joining the Martial Soul Hall? I believe with your aptitude, you won't need many years to surpass my position once you join."

Huo Yuhao was somewhat tempted; he was indeed interested in the Martial Soul Hall of this era.

Historical records painted the Martial Soul Hall as unforgivable, but after seeing Su Yuntao, Huo Yuhao no longer held that view.

However, remembering that Shrek Academy should already exist in this era, he decided that, as the former Sea God Pavilion Master in his past life, he should visit Shrek Academy in this life before making any plans.

"Thank you for the invitation, Deacon, but I don't have any thoughts of joining the Martial Soul Hall at the moment."

Su Yuntao wasn't annoyed and sighed with regret.

"If you ever want to join, come find me at the branch in Nuoding City. The Martial Soul Hall will always welcome you."

Huo Yuhao nodded in thanks and walked back to the group of children, who were all looking at him with envy.

"Congratulations."

Tang San also offered his congratulations. Just as Huo Yuhao was about to say something to Tang San, Su Yuntao's voice rang out: "Next."

Following the order, the next was Tang San. He could only nod at Tang San and offer a word of encouragement: "Good luck."

Before long, Tang San's results were out: Blue Silver Grass martial soul, and it was also Innate Full Soul Power!

Su Yuntao's jaw nearly dropped. He had actually detected two cases of Innate Full Soul Power in a tiny village!

However, because it was a Blue Silver Grass martial soul, Su Yuntao did not invite him to join the Martial Soul Hall.

In Su Yuntao's eyes, Blue Silver Grass with Innate Full Soul Power was still a trash martial soul, and he shook his head with great pity.

"Why is it a trash martial soul? It would have been fine if it were any other one."

The voice was not lowered, and Huo Yuhao shook his head; in the world of Spirit Masters, there were still many people like Su Yuntao.

This could not be blamed on him, as the pursuit of more powerful Martial Souls was the trend of the entire Spirit Master society.

After a while, all the children had awakened their Martial Souls, and apart from the two of them, none of the other children possessed any soul power.

The awakening ceremony concluded, and everyone filed out one by one. Huo Yuhao caught sight of Old Jack waiting for them, and Old Jack also spotted Huo Yuhao and Tang San walking together, asking with concern.

"How did it go?"

Huo Yuhao glanced at Tang San and said with a smile, "Both Tang San and I have Innate Full Soul Power. My Martial Soul is an eye, and his is Blue Silver Grass."

Old Jack's mouth hung open after hearing this, and it took a long while before he nodded excitedly.

"Good, good, good! Our village has produced two Spirit Masters at once; this is a glorious event that brings honor to our ancestors."